🗣️Happy #LanguageAccess Month!

Atlanta is home to speakers of at least 146 distinct languages and is increasingly becoming a multilingual city, with 18% of residents speaking a language other than English at home!

Regardless of political divisions, there's broad consensus: a recent Gallup poll found 68% of Americans see immigration as a good thing. It's time to move beyond divisiveness and get to work building a more functional, fair immigration system. #ImmigrationReformCantWait

Since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed anti-immigrant SB1718 into law, the mass exodus of immigrants from the state has exacerbated an already severe labor shortage. Florida Policy Institute estimates it could cost the state over $12.6 billion in its first year.
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With rampant insecurity and violence driven by political and gang conflicts that have significantly worsened following two massive jailbreaks we are calling on the Biden administration to
REDESIGNATE HAITI FOR TPS

As caregivers, many TPS holders care for our aging family members, people with disabilities, and our children so we can go to work, contribute to the economy, and know that our loved ones are safe. #TPSjustice for all qualifying countries!

📢 The federal government has announced redesignation of TPS for Burma (Myanmar). As of 3/21/24, eligible Burmese/Myanma individuals will be able to apply for temporary protected status (TPS) & begin applying for work permits. Stay informed & be aware of illegal immigration fraud

Americans agree: It’s time to #LetAsylumSeekersWork

62% of voters support removing the 6-month waiting period for asylum seekers to obtain work permits, according to a recent Data for Progress poll.
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The U.S. should expand eligibility for parole in place to undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. This would keep families together and strengthen our economy. Learn more: fwd.us/news/parole-in…

The Haitian Bridge Alliance convened in Geneva, Switzerland last week to speak ahead of the United Nations. In front of the committee, we called out the deliberate and forceful deportations to Haiti that the Biden Administration persists in carrying out.

Forced migration due to climate change is a reality affecting millions worldwide. On Earth Day, let's amplify the voices of those impacted and demand urgent action to address the climate crisis. 🌎 #ClimateJustice #EarthDay

The link between climate change and migration is undeniable. On #EarthDay , we call on leaders to address the root causes of climate migration and support affected communities. Together, we can build a resilient future. 🌏 #ClimateJustice

We must cease deportation flights to Haiti IMMEDIATELY. Returning people to such dire conditions is unconscionable and a violation of human rights #StopHaitianDeportations

As we celebrate #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth , we cannot be silent about the struggles facing Arabs affected by violent conflict in Gaza, Yemen, and elsewhere. Let's unite in solidarity and call for lasting peace and greater protection for Arabs everywhere.

Thank you Cities for Action! We are grateful to partner with over 40 talented local community translators to break barriers and translate vital public information from City departments.

Learn more about our Language Access Program here: seattle.gov/iandraffairs/LA

For #LanguageAccessMonth  join us in celebrating Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs in Seattle. Their team breaks barriers by partnering with community translators to translate public info into 16 languages, increasing access for all. They saw a 24% surge in translation submissions over the last year!

The Arab communities who call New York City home are vital to our city's future. They are our small business owners, community leaders, first responders, and frontline workers. 

And they have a close ally in our administration.

Denver Mayor Mayor Mike Johnston announced a new Asylum Seeker Program:
'As soon as work authorization kicks in, we have individuals who've been trained, they've been certified, they've had opportunities to connect with employers.'
Adeeb Khan, City and County of Denver
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